MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
215,951 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 508 D?
Based on 2,678 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.
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E824 OWT is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 27,786 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 508 D fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E824 OWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz 508 D typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was E824 OWT registered?
E824 OWT is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 7 September 1987.
Is E824 OWT safe to buy?
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